MEGHAN MARKLE and Prince Harry have decided to close their website and social media accounts to take a break following a recent heated backlash.

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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry officially stepped down as senior royals on March 31 and announced their departure on their Instagram page. They also noted they would no longer be using their @sussexroyal Instagram handle and SussexRoyal.com website. Royal commentators Omid Scobie and Maggie Rulli reflected on this and noted it was a good decision to make after a tumultuous few years.